2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eclipse | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
